US EditionDisneyland expands Fourth of July fireworks for America’s 250th anniversary
Disney's celebration includes new attractions, special programming across networks, $2.5 million donated to military families, and a 24-hour broadcast led by David Muir.
- Next year Disney will mount a company-wide celebration starting Veterans Day and culminating with a 24-hour broadcast on July 4, 2026 led by David Muir.
- After celebrating its own 100th anniversary in 2024, the company bills the program as a `once-in-a-lifetime` presentation featuring top entertainers, athletes and historians, Disney CEO Bob Iger said.
- ABC News Studios will premiere a two-hour special in June 2026 connecting American locales to Disney parks, and Soarin' Across America debuts summer 2026.
- Continuing its military support, Disney will donate $2.5 million to Blue Star Families, host movie screenings on bases, and offer military-inspired merchandise and 2026 benefits for service members and veterans.
- Reservations for the Fourth of July weekend will open to daily ticketholders in early January and Magic Key annual passholders in early April, while Americana merchandise debuts in May 2026.
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Disney to celebrate 250th anniversary of the United States with 24/7 streaming, new attractions, fireworks at theme parksDisney will celebrate the 250th anniversary of the United States with a massive celebration in 2026, including 24/7 streaming on Disney+, ABC, ESPN and other platforms. The event includes new attractions, television projects and fireworks at Walt Disney World and Disneyland.
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